Spain’s official electric vehicle charging network lost more than 4,000 points after an audit removed obsolete and non-compliant stations. The move shifts attention from headline numbers to building a network drivers can actually use.
Car and motorcycle insurance in Melilla now costs up to 400 euros more per year than in most of Spain. High accident rates and intentional damage push up premiums, leaving local drivers with the country’s steepest bills.
A growing share of Spaniards can no longer afford to buy a car as vehicle prices soar and incomes stagnate. The shift is pushing more people toward used cars and leaving many young adults without a driving licence.
Widow’s Bay took home 14 Emmys in 2026, with Matthew Rhys and Jean Smart setting new records in lead acting categories. The Pitt and DTF St Louis also earned major wins, while several big-name shows left empty-handed.
Spanish companies are rapidly shifting to electrified fleets, with more than 20 percent of new rental vehicles now hybrid or electric. Diesel is losing ground as businesses seek to cut costs and meet environmental rules.
El Hormiguero hit its highest audience figures since March with Ceuta president Juan Jesús Vivas as a guest. El Intermedio also gained viewers during Pedro Sánchez’s appearance, sharpening the ratings battle across Spanish TV.
Inflation in Spain has reached 4.3 percent, its highest level since early 2023, as fuel and energy costs rise sharply. The government faces questions over its relief measures while households feel the strain.
Spain’s inflation hit 4.3 percent in August, its highest level since February 2023. Fuel prices jumped by more than 21 percent, while government discounts did little to cushion the blow.
More than one in two cars sold in Spain between January and July 2026 had at least one risk factor in its history. Damage records, rental use and mileage inconsistencies are common, raising questions for second-hand buyers.
A new study from Barcelona finds that taking multiple medications is associated with a higher risk of memory gaps and confusion in older adults. More than 60 percent of patients were exposed to drugs that could worsen cognitive decline, prompting calls for urgent prescription reviews.
Spain’s inflation rate climbed to 4.3% in August, its highest level since February 2023. Fuel prices led the increase, pushing up household expenses for the second month in a row. The government is keeping tax relief measures in place as families feel the strain.
The Ceuta crisis has sharply narrowed PSOE’s lead over the Partido Popular. Vox is the biggest winner in the latest CIS poll, while Podemos gains ground on Sumar as left-wing alliances shift.
Enric Mas has won the 2026 Vuelta a España, ending an 11-year wait for a Spanish champion. His victory signals a turning point for Mas and Spanish cycling.
Catalonia’s prisons are nearing capacity after a sharp rise in inmates. Authorities now plan up to 700 new places using prefabricated modules. The move comes as convictions in Barcelona jump 40 percent in a year.
Detailed statistics from the Spain and United States basketball teams reveal clear differences in player performance. Minutes played and points show which athletes made the biggest impact; rebounding and assist figures highlight the teams’ contrasting strategies.
Spanish truckers work under tight legal controls governing every hour on the road. Javier Pájaro explains how rest breaks and tachograph checks, alongside family sacrifices, shape the daily grind for drivers who keep the country moving.
A new study lays bare the housing pressures facing millions across Europe. In cities such as Madrid and Paris, average earners can no longer afford even a small apartment. Rising prices and wages that have failed to keep pace are putting homeownership, and even renting, out of reach for nearly half of the urban population.
A head-on collision in Torrelles de Llobregat has left one woman dead and four people injured, bringing Catalonia’s Diada holiday road death toll to four. Multiple emergency crews responded. The crash highlights the risks on regional roads during holiday periods.
The Netherlands is looking to fill nearly 375,000 job vacancies, with a minimum wage of 14.99 euros per hour. Spanish citizens can work without a permit, but should check housing and insurance requirements alongside contract terms before moving.
Ceuta’s president points to a sharp rise in violent incidents and emergency calls. Official data shows a 600 percent increase in cases, while the government’s response faces criticism and political fallout spreads.
Three people lost their lives in separate road accidents across Catalonia during the Diada holiday. Two of the victims were motorcyclists. Authorities urge caution as traffic volumes reach record highs.
Two players in Madrid and Lugo each won over 400,000 euros in the September 10 Bonoloto draw. Another winner in Huelva took home nearly 147,000 euros. The winning numbers were evenly split between even and odd.
A new study from the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya finds that myopia rates among children aged 8 to 12 have nearly tripled. The data points to a critical period for vision health and highlights disparities by gender and ethnicity.
Spain’s Anticorruption Prosecutor says chronic delays in major corruption cases are eroding public trust. Basic trials drag on for years as resource shortages and legal tactics block progress, putting the justice system under mounting pressure.
Heat-related deaths in Spain have more than doubled in two decades. Cities like Jaén and Granada now record the highest mortality rates. The Lancet Countdown warns that adaptation is lagging behind the health impact.
A new European study finds plug-in hybrid vehicles emit six times more CO2 than manufacturers claim. The gap between lab results and real-world driving is increasingly hard to ignore, raising questions about the future of these cars in Spain and across Europe.
Barcelona will map public suicide hotspots and introduce 44 new measures by 2028. The city aims to reduce attempts and suicidal ideation after a surge among young people since 2021, with officials promising earlier detection and support for those at risk.
Electric cars now make up more than a quarter of new vehicle sales in Spain, driven by the rapid expansion of charging stations. The shift is changing how people travel and what they pay to get around.
Xàtiva reached 41.9°C on Tuesday, the highest temperature in Spain that day. Several towns in Valencia province broke September records, leading authorities to issue an orange alert for dangerous heat.
Room rentals in Spain now average 505 euros per month, but that figure masks sharp increases in most cities. While the national average has dipped slightly, affordable options for young people and workers are becoming harder to find.
Catalonia’s PISA results were discarded after a major testing error. Education officials say local assessments are sufficient, but the OCDE’s decision leaves the region without an international comparison.
A British tourist drowned after jumping from a ferry near Cambrils during a drunken challenge with his brother. The incident comes amid a spike in beach fatalities across Catalonia this summer. Emergency services responded but could not save him.
Barcelona theatres have set new records for attendance and revenue for the third year in a row. More than 3.17 million tickets were sold, with box office revenue reaching 103 million euros. Growth was strongest in small venues and among younger audiences.
Antena 3 pulled ahead in Sunday’s TV ratings, with El Secreto debuting as the most-watched fiction premiere on private channels in over a year and Una nueva vida setting a new audience record. News and entertainment shows also topped their slots.
Spain recorded 240 road deaths this summer, up from last year. Most fatalities occurred on single-lane roads. After a series of deadly crashes and policy setbacks, the government is again seeking to lower legal alcohol limits for drivers.
